Philip Bigler

In 1998, Mr. Bigler (www.philipbigler.com) was selected as the National Teacher of the Year during a Rose Garden ceremony at the White House hosted by then President, Bill Clinton. A highly acclaimed history teacher for over 30 years, Bigler is widely recognized for his innovative methods, use of technology and commitment to teaching. He is a sought after keynote speaker and has appeared on numerous television programs including Late Night with David Letterman, Good Morning America, and Nightline. Bigler is the author of ten books. His latest work is entitled the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: A Century of Honor, 1921-2021 and is the definitive, narrative history of our nation's most sacred military shrine. He is also the author of Scandalous Son: The Elusive Search for Dolley Madison's Son, John Payne Todd. It is a fascinating parable on the dark side of the American dream, a story of rags to riches to rags in just three generations. More information is available at http://www.appleridgepublishers.com and http://www.philipbigler.com.